Calculate your ideal freelance hourly rate based on your desired income, expenses, taxes, and billable hours.
Monthly: ₹1,00,000
Software, equipment, internet, coworking, etc.
Buffer for growth, savings, and unexpected expenses
Note: Only 60-70% of your time is typically billable
Recommended Hourly Rate
₹1,283/hour
Daily Rate (8 hrs)
₹10,267
Weekly Rate
₹38,500
Monthly Retainer
₹1,54,000
Annual Revenue
₹18,48,000
Minimum Rate (No Profit)
₹1,069/hour
Never charge below this to cover your costs
As a freelancer, not all your time is billable. You spend time on admin, marketing, learning, and finding clients. Most freelancers can only bill 60-70% of their working hours.
Unlike salaried employees, freelancers pay their own taxes. In India under 44ADA, 50% of your income is taxable. Factor in 15-25% for taxes depending on your income level.
Count software subscriptions, equipment, internet, phone, coworking space, professional development, and health insurance in your business expenses.
A 15-25% profit margin gives you buffer for slow months, unexpected expenses, retirement savings, and business growth investments.
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